Machine Operator – Food Packaging – + Super – Lidcombe …, City of Sydney

Location Lidcombe, Australia Sector Manufacturing & Production Salary $80,000.00 per annum Fuse Recruitment are partnering with a busy food manufacturing warehouse in Lidcombe who are seeking an experienced Packaging Machine Operator to work in their Glass Jar packaging lines and join the team on a permanent full‑time basis. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a hands‑on position in a large production environment and wants stable weekday hours with a long‑term opportunity. For You Permanent Role paying $80k + Super Shift times of 6:30am to 3pm Monday to Friday role Overtime available Join a trusted and proudly Australian food manufacturer Be part of a supportive and quality‑focused team Contribute to the integrity and innovation of iconic Australian food products Stable full‑time role based in Lidcombe with room for growth and development Free onsite Parking The Client: A long‑established food manufacturing site that focuses on producing shelf‑stable condiments at scale while maintaining consistent quality. The facility manages raw ingredient intake, blending, cooking, filling, and packaging within controlled environments to meet strict food safety standards. Automated lines are supported by hands‑on production, maintenance, quality assurance, and warehousing teams working together to ensure efficiency and traceability. About the Role Reporting directly to the Production Manager you will be responsible for overseeing the fully automated production lines. These lines run the full process of labelling and dating finished Glass Jars products, carton packaging of products through to end‑of‑line automated palletising of carton products. This is an excellent opportunity to make this role your own and run this line with future opportunities to become a receiving team leader onsite! These production lines will also have brand new machinery installed in the next three months. Key Responsibilities In this role you will be responsible for daily set‑ups and start‑ups of the machines, troubleshooting during line runs and end‑of‑day shut down and cleaning of the machines and lines. You will also be required to operate LED control panels and adjust machinery parts to run different size glass jar products. Your duties will include Operate and monitor automated beverage labelling, carton packing and palletising machinery. Ensure final products, packaging materials and supplies are sufficiently stocked. Operating LED line control systems. Troubleshoot minor issues and escalatethe when necessary. Assist with changeovers and basic preventative maintenance tasks. Perform quality checks and maintain accurate QC documentation. Set up and adjust machinery, resolving basic mechanical problems. Maintain hygiene and sanitation standards in line with HACCP and GMP. Clean and sanitise production areas, equipment, and wash down machinery. Remove palletised products from end of line via pallet jack to staging areas. Support safe start‑up and shutdown procedures. Meet production targets and monitor line performance, escalating issues when required. Work safely, responsibly, and in compliance with company quality systems. Matching customer labels and paperwork to orders. What You’ll Need This role is for a committed employee looking for a long‑term career with growth opportunities! You will be proud to run this automated line on your own and take full responsibility and be accountable for meeting production targets. Success in this role will lead to future Team‑Leading opportunities! To be successful in this role you will have: Qualifications & Experience Previous Technical Machine Operating experience. Relevant tertiary qualifications advantageous. Previous Team Lead experience advantageous. Troubleshooting experience. Skills & Attributes Minimum 3+ years’ experience as a machine operator in FMCG or similar high‑speed automated manufacturing environments. Experience operating, labelling, carton packaging, and palletising automated machinery. Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot machinery. Understanding of HACCP, GMP, hygiene protocols, and quality systems. Ability to meet production and efficiency targets. Mechanical aptitude and understanding of how food production machinery operators. Excellent communication, literacy, and numeracy skills. Reliable attendance and a positive attitude. Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety. Ability to manually load/unload materials and work on your feet. Previous experience with high‑volume processing equipment (highly regarded). Own reliable transport (shift times outside public transport hours). Full Australian working rights required. Ready to bring your quality expertise to a energetic and trusted food manufacturing team? Apply now to be part of a company that values food safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement! Alternatively email DJ with your resume. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r2uuk